Dirty air, tailpipes, and COVID-19

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Air pollution impacts how the human body can fight infections and viruses - it is time for governments and businesses to recognise these risks

Much has been written in recent weeks comparing the shocking and oppressive impacts of COVID-19 and future effects of climate change. But one of the most important links could be the one right under (and...

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